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Beautiful Blooms For Your Wedding Day

by thebrandchef on April 9, 2012

Like many brides to be you may feel lost or overwhelmed when it comes to picking flowers for your special day. No need to worry we are here to help! Things to consider when picking your blooms include when and where you are getting married (including season and location) as well as the color scheme you have picked for your special day. Here are some popular choices to help you navigate the field of flowers and narrow down your choices or at least get a feel for what you like!

Anemones

These flowers are available in spring and fall and come in red, pink, purple and white. They are

thought to mean fragile.

 

 

 

 

 

Calla Lillies

These beautiful flowers are available year round and come in large as well as small varities.

The large blooms are available in white and green but the small blooms are available in every

color but blue.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Carnations

These flowers are available year around in every color except blue. The different colors have

different meanings. They are great for use in kissing balls or pomanders.

 

 

 

 

Chrysanthemums

These flowers are most abundant in the fall but available year round and come in every color but blue. They carrying the special meaning of love and are sturdy so they work great in fancy arrangements with pearls and crystals.

 

 

 

 

 

Daffodils

Daffodils represent chivalry and are available in yellow, white, and orange/yellow.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dahlias

Available summer through fall, Dahlias come in red, orange, burgundy, yellow, white, and pink.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Daisies

Daisies are said to be the flower of innocence and are available year round.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Delphinum

Delphinum come in blue, purple, lavender, pink and white and are available all year long.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Freesia

The freesia symbolizes a strong spirit and is found in cream, lavender, yellow, white, pink and red/orange year round.

 

 

Forget-Me-Nots

Forget-me-nots symbolize true love and remembrance forever. Available in blue, pink, and white with yellow centers these flowers are abundant in the spring.

 

 

 

 

 

Gardenias

Gardenias, which symbolize secret love, are prominent in the summer and spring in both white and pink.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hyacinth

Hyacinth flowers symbolize sincerity and are available winter through spring. Hyacinth are available in pink, white, purple, yellow, red, lavender, and orange.

 

 

 

 

 

Hydrangea

Hydrangeas are said to mean perseverance and come in white, pink, blue, green as well as a mix of green/red and purple/blue.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Irises

Irises symbolize affection and are a blue color.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lily of the Valley

Lily of the Valley blooms are a sign of happiness and joy. They are available in white in the spring.

 

 

 

 

 

Orchid

Orchids mean delicate beauty and are available year round in every color but blue.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Peonies

Peonies symbolize healing and are available in May and June in red, yellow, peach, pink, and white.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Roses

Roses symbolize romance and are available year round in all shades except blue.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Snapdragons

Snapdragons work well in tall arrangements and are available year round in pink, orange, burgundy, yellow and white.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sunflower

Sunflowers are said to mean adoration and are available summer through fall in yellow.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sweet Peas

Sweet peas symbolize shyness and are available winter through spring in white, pink, purple, peach, red and yellow.

 

 

 

 

Tulips

Tulips are available year round in every color except for blue.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Violet

Violets resemble modesty and come in violet, blue, cream, white, and yellow.

 

 

 

 

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What Are The Most Popular Flowers For Easter?

by thebrandchef on April 6, 2012

Curious about the most popular Easter bloom for your table or to send off to your family you’ll be missing this year? Well look no further!

By far the most popular Easter flower is the Easter Lily. The Easter Lily symbolizes purity and the renewal of Easter and come in pink, yellow, red, and orange in addition to the traditional white.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

   Daffodils

Daffodils are another popular spring and Easter time flower. The daffodil symbolizes rebirth and eternal life.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

   Hyacinth

The hyacinth is another popular flower used in Easter arrangements. Hyacinths bloom in spring in white, blue, purple and pink.

 

 

 

 

 

  Tulips

Tulips symbolize the rebirth of spring and are said to be messengers of love, passion and belief.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  Azaleas

Azaleas are often given as gifts during the Easter season. They make a perfect table setting and are available in orange, white, red and pink.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  Daisies

Daisies symbolize purity and gentleness and are a popular choice for the Easter season.

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